My 2025 word of the year
I am trying to take an organized, but calm start to January. I kicked off the year with a rotten cold and so I couldn’t make plans to do much of anything even…
8 Christmas Cookies, Squares and Treats to make
Perfect for the work potluck, cookie exchange or family gathering. Or just to enjoy at home. Are you ready to bake for the holidays? I’ve rounded up 8 of my favourite holiday recipes…
Halloween Tips for Parents
My kids are now teens, and while only one may still be enjoying some trick-or-treating this year, I am resharing this post because this is almost always how I helped make Halloween night…
Nepean Sportsplex Christmas Craft Show
Excited about Christmas craft shows and holiday events? Keep reading! While I happily sing ‘This is Halloween’ over and over again during pumpkin carving, I quickly change from Scary season to Festive Season…
12 fun things to do with kids before Halloween
You don’t have to love Halloween to enjoy spending time together as a family – but when you can make that time a little more holiday themed, why not drink the witch’s brew…
October 15: Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day
Editor’s note: *the following post is a guest post that I am welcoming as a public service announcement to further share resources for those in our community who may need it. content warning:…
Back to School Lunch Tips and Ideas
Back to School means the dreaded lunch making. Now that my kids are in highschool, they lunch and snack needs are a bit different (and includes them going to buy lunch on their…
Family Travel: Visiting Victoria-By-The-Sea, PEI
Over the many years we’ve been coming to PEI in the summer, we’ve managed to visit every corner and many stops along the way. There have been many favourite locations we have discovered…
Family Travel: Ontario Coupons and Discounts
Coupons for Ontario experiences are back! Are you planning to travel in Ontario this summer? If you are already dreaming about your next road trip and will be staying in Ontario (or having…
SALE! 30% off Made-in-Canada Clothing by Encircled
*this post contains affiliate links Keep reading to learn how to save 30% for two-days only! Remember the post I wrote about being in my forties and the clothes (and fashion style) I’m…
